Associate Attorney

Connell Foley LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Connell Foley LLP, a prominent law firm in New York, is looking for a Litigation Associate with 2-5 years of experience. The role involves handling disputes, drafting legal documents, and collaborating with clients and colleagues. Ideal candidates should have a JD, strong problem-solving skills, and New York bar admission. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Profit sharing

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental coverage

Qualifications

• Two to five years of experience required.
• Experience with pleadings, discovery, and depositions is essential.
• Candidates must handle tight deadlines independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Work on disputes involving New York labor law and construction litigation.
• Prepare pleadings and conduct depositions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and strategize case handling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Oral communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school

New York admission

New Jersey admission

Job description

Connell Foley LLP is seeking a Litigation Associate with two (2) to five (5) years of experience to join the firm’s New York team, based in its beautiful midtown Manhattan office. The associate will work on disputes involving New York labor law, construction litigation, premises liability and complex casualty.

The ideal candidate should have the following:

• JD from an ABA accredited law school;
• Experience preparing pleadings and discovery; taking and defending depositions; drafting and arguing motions; identifying the appropriate strategies for handling cases; working with experts; and communicating with clients.
• Work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
• Work well independently as well as effectively within a team;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, problem solving, and oral and written communication skills.

New York admission is required. New Jersey admission is a plus.

Connell Foley LLP offers competitive salaries (negotiable based on experience) and excellent benefits, including profit sharing, 401(k), and medical and dental coverage.

Compensation: $130,000-140,000, based on experience.

Connell Foley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Law Practice

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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